City Council Listening Session - November 24, 2025

The City Council Listening Session in Bloomington, Minnesota, featured public comments primarily focused on community concerns related to technology and environmental impacts. A significant portion of the discussion centered on the potential procurement and use of AI-powered automatic license plate readers, specifically those from Flock Safety. A speaker expressed strong opposition to adopting such technology due to privacy, security vulnerabilities, and questionable effectiveness in crime reduction. Additionally, there was a call for the council to consider banning gas-powered leaf blowers due to noise pollution and environmental harm. Other topics included concerns about a local processing facility's location and impact, as well as infrastructure and transportation planning, particularly regarding mixed-use paths and road safety. Budget and tax issues were briefly mentioned, with a resident expressing frustration over increased property taxes. The meeting reflected active community engagement on procurement decisions, environmental policies, and urban planning.